FM 1405 over H L & P Canal
FairChambers County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of FM 565 · Structure no. 200360102402013
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 341 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,418
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1405 over H L & P Canal is a concrete slab carrying FM 1405 over H L & P Canal in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,418 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,830 by 2033. The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1405 over H L & P Canal built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1405 over H L & P Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1405 over H L & P Canal carry?
About 8,418 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is FM 1405 over H L & P Canal?
The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1405 over H L & P Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.